This sparked a national "turf war" over whether these bodies are "national patrimony" or simply a "tourist attraction" to be used for profit. INAH has since demanded full oversight of any further renovations to prevent the complete destruction of these historic artifacts. Why Are They So Chilling?
While panned by some critics for its "stilted" action, the film solidified the mummies' place in Mexican "dark tourism" and pop culture. 2. The 2020 Scandal: The "Missing" 22 Mummies robbery of the mummies of guanajuato top
The actual museum in Guanajuato has faced serious allegations regarding the preservation and management of its 100+ naturally mummified bodies. This sparked a national "turf war" over whether
: Experts believe the "missing" mummies may have actually disintegrated (skeletonized) due to poor climate control and rough handling during transport, leaving only bones that no longer resemble the iconic "mummies". 🏛️ Recent Incidents (2024–2026) While panned by some critics for its "stilted"